We require a dynamic, caring forward thinking person to provide individualised person-centred support to people who have learning disabilities in our services.You will work in partnership with individuals to enable them to take active control over their lives and make progress toward their personal goals. You will work in an anti-discriminatory manner, ensuring that the rights and entitlements of the Service Users are respected at all times. You will promote self-esteem, independence and social inclusion. The successful applicant will be able to think on their feet, work under their own initiative at times and respond to situations with a proactive attitude.Apply online: https://carlislemencap.recruitee.com/o/carlisle-mencap-learning-disability-support-worker-full-time-position-2Job Description:To develop trusting relationships with service users to encourage then to express their needs, views and concerns.To assist service users in drawing up care plans and person-centred plans which reflect their needs and wishes, encourage choice, independence and inclusion as well as opportunities for new experiences.To enable service users to be fully involved, where practical, in the running of their own life, including cooking, cleaning, shopping and washing whilst encouraging choice and independence.To provide personal care for service users, as needed, which may include assisting with washing, dressing, using the toilet and nutrition that the personal dignity and rights of the individual are respected at all times, using appropriate manual handling methods and equipment.To encourage service users in meeting their cultural and spiritual needs and in expressing their personal identity.To work within and promote the Adult and Children's safeguarding policies of Carlisle Mencap, Cumbria's Adult Social Care and Children's Services.To fully implement individual care plans and person-centred plans.To be responsible for the safe storage and administration of medication, as required.To enable service users to make full use of the community facilities and accompany them in leisure pursuits.To uphold the vision and good standing of Carlisle Mencap.To liaise with families and other agencies as required.To maintain confidentiality at all times.To work as part of a team to provide a friendly and supportive atmosphere.It is mandatory to undertake a range of training specific to the position including the Care Certificate. You may be given the opportunity to progress onto RQF Level 2 diploma in Adult Social Care.PLEASE NOTE: This vacancy is for a Mencap affiliated Network Partner and not for Royal Mencap Society. Network Partners sign up to a terms of membership and pay a membership fee to subscribe Royal Mencap Society's Network and each local group is a separate and independent charity within their own right. As part of the group's membership, they have the opportunity to advertise their vacancies on the Royal Mencap Society jobs website. We encourage all applicants to apply directly to the group and the contact details provided by the group as stated on this job advert. If you choose to click on the "Apply" button, you give Royal Mencap Society consent to forward your application (CV) and your personal details to the relevant local group on your behalf. Your information will only be shared for the purpose of recruitment. Once your personal details have been shared you can request to have your details removed by contacting the Network Partner directly. Applicants interested in jobs advertised by affiliated Network Partners should note that any logos referring to quality standards apply to RMS only. If you have a question relating to a Network Partner's quality accreditations, you should contact them directly. We wish you the best with your Network Partner application. BenefitsNot Specified About MencapNot Specified